Products Liability 

In Georgia, product liability cases involving medical devices and drugs can be particularly complex. Here are the main types:

Medical Devices

• • Defective Design: Some medical devices, such as pacemakers, hip replacements, and transvaginal mesh, may have inherent design flaws that make them unsafe.
  • Manufacturing Defects: Errors during the production process can lead to defects in devices like heart stents and defibrillators.
  • Failure to Warn: Manufacturers must provide adequate warnings and instructions for the safe use of medical devices. Failure to do so can result in liability if the device causes harm.

Drugs

• • Defective Drugs: These cases involve medications that are inherently dangerous due to their composition or side effects. Examples include drugs that cause severe adverse reactions or long-term health issues.
  • Contaminated Drugs: During the manufacturing process, drugs can become contaminated, leading to harmful effects on patients.
  • Inadequate Warnings: Pharmaceutical companies must provide clear warnings about potential side effects and proper usage. Failure to do so can result in liability if patients suffer harm.

In Georgia, the legal framework for these cases often involves strict liability, meaning manufacturers can be held liable even if they were not negligent. The nuanced laws and regulations involved in products liability cases require experienced personal injury lawyers to guide you through the legal process.